| 单词 | good-humoured |
| 例句 | He enquired in a friendly, though general way, after her family, and looked and spoke with the same good-humoured ease that he had ever done. Pride and Prejudice 1813-01-28T00:00:00Z In fact the pushing and shouting was all part of the fun, and they stayed for the most part pretty good-humoured. Never Let Me Go 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z He had been prepared to lie, to bluster, to remain sullenly unresponsive; but, reassured by the good-humoured intelligence of the Controller’s face, he decided to tell the truth, straightforwardly. Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z “He is just what a young man ought to be,” said she, “sensible, good-humoured, lively; and I never saw such happy manners!—so much ease, with such perfect good breeding!” Pride and Prejudice 1813-01-28T00:00:00Z He nods at the video of Anfield Rap, the Liverpool team's 1988 Cup final song, in which the players look remarkably good-humoured. Football songs – what's your favourite? 2012-06-06T22:02:01Z It does not detract from the good-humoured wisdom of these stories, or the case they implicitly make for the value of the psychoanalytic encounter. The Examined Life by Stephen Grosz – review 2013-01-27T07:01:24Z His technical accomplishment is immense, and the quick-thinking, good-humoured demotic makes it all look easy and easygoing. Poem of the week: Rendition by Chris Wallace-Crabbe 2013-01-28T13:02:28Z In this, the Underground is a mirror of the crowded city above: disparate and self-interested, yet good-humoured, and kept ticking over by a necessary civility. Favourite pictures from London, You're Beautiful by David Gentleman 2012-07-26T10:52:27Z He was charmed by the “cheerful, approachable guy” he met just before the release of Lethal Weapon, and was impressed by the thoughtful, good-humoured and loyal professional he got to know. Can Mel Gibson ever be rehabilitated? 2016-11-10T05:00:00Z In a good-humoured exchange, Lee said he was going instead to a New York Knicks basketball game at Madison Square Garden. Spike Lee denies calling for a boycott of Oscars over lack of diversity 2016-01-20T05:00:00Z Tóibín's warm, good-humoured portrayal of Eilis was thoroughly endearing – but it was the sense of deeper knowledge that had the greatest binding power. Guardian book club: Brooklyn by Colm T?ib?n 2010-09-07T09:32:00Z But she was also good-humoured, with a great, uninhibited cackle and a sly sideways glance that suggested a fine sense of fun. Patricia Neal: a career in clips 2010-08-09T11:06:00Z I contacted Jones to see if he might help; he was happy to, relaxed and good-humoured. How Radio 4 reopened The Iraq Dossier 2013-02-26T20:00:06Z He turns out to be an expansive, good-humoured talker. How Michel Gondry became cinema's most versatile director 2010-12-09T22:30:00Z The pub I imagined embodied the virtues often associated with Ireland – kind and gentle, polite, good-humoured, and devoted to the spoken word in all its base and exalted forms. Some say the affable charm of the people and the culture is Ireland's draw, but it's the pubs 2018-06-18T04:00:00Z Diaz looks plausibly freaked out at all times as Cruise manhandles her around, and her expression of panicky good-humoured amazement had me wondering if there wasn't the tiniest hint of real life in this discomposure. Film review: Knight and Day 2010-08-05T21:36:00Z Jones is remarkably good-humoured about it – she jokes that she will marry her boyfriend only when his mother accepts she can’t eat onions. 'Eating that meal could kill you': when cooks don't take food allergies seriously 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z “I would love to take another stab at really smart, speculative sci-fi – my first was a bit of a stumble,” she says with an audible, good-humoured shrug down the line from New York. The female directors bringing new blood to horror films 2017-03-19T04:00:00Z This moving, good-humoured film is followed by An Evening With Glen Campbell, a London live show from 1977. TV highlights 18/01/2013 2013-01-17T20:00:01Z Gross had become an indispensable friend of the publisher George Weidenfeld, who called him "a deeply civilised and compassionate observer of human frailty, a good-humoured sceptic who never forgets but almost always forgives". John Gross obituary 2011-01-11T18:09:15Z She is in jeans and a sweater, made up but not overly so, friendly, good-humoured and with a guilelessness it’s hard not to warm to. Caitlyn Jenner on transitioning: ‘It was hard giving old Bruce up. He still lives inside me’ 2017-05-08T04:00:00Z Bob was a loving, good-humoured and modest man who enjoyed gardening. Bob Cuff obituary 2010-04-14T17:37:00Z But Mr O’Gorman is a pleasant and good-humoured guide, and his candid, self-effacing style helps mitigate any boredom. Did I lock the back door? 2015-07-30T04:00:00Z I would just like to add that in spite of the force of many of her words, that Olwyn seemed good-humoured and peculiarly charming. Interview: Olwyn Hughes, Sylvia Plath's literary executor 2013-01-18T17:12:15Z Meanwhile, the inhabitants of the road – with the exception of that bad dad – are a pleasant, good-humoured bunch and correspondingly enjoyable to be around. Not the Booker prize: Deloume Road by Matthew Hooton 2010-09-21T11:34:00Z Coffin’s strait-laced parents were also less than instrumental in inspiring or encouraging their son’s always good-humoured creative endeavours. Pierre Coffin: Me and my Minions 2015-06-26T04:00:00Z Browne knows less than the moderns and is often wrong-headed, but he is more generous and good-humoured. Weird science 2015-07-02T04:00:00Z However, "She's good-humoured about the controversies but she gets her own back." Books review roundup: The Flamethrowers, Strictly Ann, and Money: The Unauthorised Biography 2013-06-14T15:00:11Z "Indeed, their response to the piece has been remarkably tolerant and good-humoured." The Book of Mormon – reviews roundup 2013-03-22T17:02:08Z But the constantly good-humoured Kastner always treated triumph and disaster just the same, and there were plenty of both in his career. Elliott Kastner obituary 2010-07-29T17:26:00Z That sketch showed the Queen offering her customary good-humoured hospitality to the clumsy bear, and pulling a marmalade sandwich out of her handbag. The Queen and Paddington: How a bear became an unlikely royal mascot 2022-09-14T04:00:00Z Masliy, a tall, good-humoured prosecutor with 24 years experience, is something of a lone voice among his colleagues. Ukraine's prosecutors wrestle with a new role: war crimes investigators 2022-06-10T04:00:00Z It might sound strange but it was a detail that led to plenty of good-humoured debate on social media. Derry Girls: 90s nostalgia, cream horns and toasters in cupboards 2022-05-18T04:00:00Z Having watched him filming for five hours straight, and remaining not only focused but also good-humoured, I suggested that he still loved what he was doing. Climate change: Sir David Attenborough in 'act now' warning 2021-10-25T04:00:00Z A statement from the school described him as a personable, good-humoured and very kind person as well as a talented cellist "who displays impressive competitive and athletic skills on the sports field". Rumours about missing teen 'extremely distressing' 2020-06-25T04:00:00Z It was a crack in the facade of the cool, good-humoured driver of public perception. Sebastian Vettel will leave Ferrari having failed to bring back glory days | Giles Richards 2020-05-12T04:00:00Z That the attributes of self-discipline, of quiet good-humoured resolve and of fellow-feeling still characterise this country. Queen Elizabeth's addresses the United Kingdom on coronavirus outbreak 2020-04-05T04:00:00Z "That the attributes of self-discipline, of quiet good-humoured resolve and of fellow-feeling still characterise this country." Queen to urge 'self-discipline and resolve' 2020-04-04T04:00:00Z “That the attributes of self-discipline, of quiet good-humoured resolve and of fellow-feeling still characterise this country.” Show typical British resolve, Queen to tell nation amid coronavirus outbreak 2020-04-04T04:00:00Z To start with, the demonstrations in Lebanon were good-humoured. Is a new Arab Spring unfolding in the Middle East? 2019-10-29T04:00:00Z One of their signs suggested all the picnicking and lounging on the asphalt at Trafalgar Square belied their determination: “Yes, we’re polite and good-humoured, but we’re very serious,” it said. Tens of Thousands Take to Streets to Protest Boris Johnson Maneuver in Parliament 2019-08-31T04:00:00Z A PM could be papped on holiday, even then, or maybe – since Baldwin looks extremely good-humoured and relaxed in the clip – it was an early piece of smart prime ministerial media management. How luxury hotels such as Biarritz’s Hôtel du Palais have helped shape history | Martin Kettle 2019-08-24T04:00:00Z But Sky News political correspondent Tom Rayner offered a different perspective on the incident, saying it was part of a good-humoured exchange. Did Boris Johnson put his foot in it in France? 2019-08-22T04:00:00Z “I would not like to discuss that,” he says with a good-humoured grin. ‘Will they forgive me? No’: ex-Soviet spy Viktor Suvorov speaks out 2018-12-29T05:00:00Z "There is always a lot of good-humoured fun as holidaymakers and local residents turn out to watch the event and many hangovers are forgotten," said a lifeboat spokesman. The chills and thrills of festive dips 2017-12-25T05:00:00Z In person, however, Mr Haneke is a relaxed and good-humoured interviewee who is given to toothy smiles and twinkle-eyed chuckles as he reels off long, fluent answers in German. Michael Haneke assesses his oeuvre 2017-11-28T05:00:00Z He was a good-humoured social companion who spoke in a nasal drawl. How Trump walked into Putin’s web 2017-11-15T05:00:00Z Ricciardo’s upbeat attitude is more than just that of a typically good-humoured Aussie. Daniel Ricciardo: I look at Seb or Lewis and think: ‘If only I had your car’ 2017-09-01T04:00:00Z Our good-humoured family meeting is interrupted by the entrance of a young doctor with a cold, professional attitude, well-mannered smiles and evasive eyes. Ghost writer: how Martino Sclavi's brain tumour helped him write a book 2017-06-11T04:00:00Z It was a good-humoured showing, and a change of tone for the former world number one, who has had an inconsistent season, marked by a fractious relationship with the sport's authorities. World Championship: Ronnie O'Sullivan - I'm a bit like James Blunt 2017-04-22T04:00:00Z Non-scientists were also out in force, enjoying the good-humoured atmosphere, the rap artists and the drummers. What's happening at March for Science events around the world 2017-04-20T04:00:00Z If you have a personal brand that can carry off “irreverent” or “good-humoured troll”, you could go for critical mass. I accidentally liked a six-week-old photo on Instagram. What do I do? 2016-11-12T05:00:00Z Presidential candidates have long traditionally addressed the white-tie affair, roasting themselves while throwing in a few good-humoured jabs at their opponents. Trump booed for calling Clinton 'corrupt' as bipartisan dinner turns sour 2016-10-20T04:00:00Z But Savile could also come across - and it's not easy to write this now - as a rather likeable person, good-humoured, knowledgeable, "un-starry" in his manner of life and in his friendships with local Leeds characters. Louis Theroux: Looking back on Jimmy Savile - BBC News 2016-09-30T04:00:00Z "Along the way we saw him courageous in the ring, inspiring to the young, compassionate to those in need, and strong and good-humoured in bearing the burden of his own health challenges." Muhammad Ali: Boxing's 'Greatest' made you love him - George Foreman 2016-06-04T04:00:00Z Lyrically rich, it discusses old age, faith, love, ecology and social inequality - all delivered with a good-humoured faith in humanity. Paul Simon on happiness, death and Donald Trump - BBC News 2016-06-01T04:00:00Z In person, he was charming, elegant and good-humoured. Prince: memories of U 2016-04-24T04:00:00Z He was the surprise winner of the Iowa caucuses in 2008, running as a good-humoured conservative with a folksy charm. US election: The 11 cards that sum up the Republican race - BBC News 2016-01-27T05:00:00Z On his person he bore the marks of these perils of the laboratory; but they were little heeded by him, and, when adverted to, always afforded him the occasion of some good-humoured pleasantry. Discovery at university teaches researchers about science 2015-10-17T04:00:00Z Collins managed to keep good-humoured throughout the tirade and said she thought there was room for both their brands of fiction. Jackie Collins: Shining a light on Hollywood's glitterati - BBC News 2015-09-20T04:00:00Z Related: Making sense of Miami: what America's refuge city says about the US's future Haiti’s national character – gentle, kind, good-humoured, quick-witted – stands in stark contrast to the take-no-prisoners blood sport of the country’s political culture. Could the gangs of Port-au-Prince form a pact to revitalise Haiti's capital? 2015-07-14T04:00:00Z Her popularity in opinion polls soared, and photos of her using her Blackberry became a good-humoured internet meme. What's Hillary Clinton's plan? 2015-03-10T04:00:00Z Last year's Thanksgiving Race in Cincinnati - usually a good-humoured charitable fun run - was marred by discourtesy. The hazards of pursuing happiness 2015-01-02T05:00:00Z Throughout his life, Barbosa tried to remain good-humoured, even when it was hard to find people who would laugh. Life after 7-1: what happens to footballers after a defeat like Brazil's? 2014-07-11T04:00:00Z Before his story took on a different aspect, as the innocent foil to al-Qaida's subsequent malignity, Petit's creative response resembled a good-humoured, if anarchic, compliment to the structures on which it depended. Greenpeace's Shard stunt was bold, but will it help its cause? 2013-07-13T20:30:00Z Along with 72-year-old marketing executive David Hemsley, the dads watched with a mixture of pride and good-humoured bafflement as their daughters performed during their training at the prestigious Trinity Laban dance school. Dancing dads get into the groove 2013-07-02T01:10:16Z "Fried" and "chicken" are not words routinely associated with jibes – good-humoured or otherwise – towards an opponent. How can Sergio García explain his comments about Tiger Woods? 2013-05-22T12:32:35Z But it remained good-humoured, and the only incident looked as if it would be a man being stretchered away when he collapsed during the race. The Grand National: sport or barbarity? Horse racing's big day on trial 2013-04-05T18:36:39Z "Ideally our volunteers will be friendly, out-going, good-humoured and will enjoy helping others." Volunteer search on for Ryder Cup 2013-01-31T00:31:52Z Taylor, who remained calm and good-humoured, reminded him of the right to peaceful protest while also questioning what harm the banner could possibly do. Manchester City fan's protest over £62 ticket falls foul of Arsenal 2013-01-14T20:23:41Z For the most part the spirit in the crowd was good-humoured. Why Slovenia is content no more 2012-12-04T13:34:34Z However, spectators generally remained good-humoured throughout the spacecraft's journey. Shuttle completes epic LA journey 2012-10-15T01:18:23Z Before the 90 minutes were up, the good-humoured protest was over. P&O cruise ship Arcadia hits troubled waters over ousting of Indian crew 2012-07-01T13:11:57Z His aspect was gay, lively, and good-humoured, and yet there were some strong lines of thought about his brow, with a slightly sarcastic turn of the muscles round the corner of his mouth and nostrils. The Smuggler: (Vol's I-III) A Tale 2012-04-26T02:00:10.260Z She used to laugh at him with a good-humoured tolerance. Mrs. Thompson A Novel 2012-04-25T02:01:10.557Z "I fear you speak lightly, my son," said the Abbot, with a good-humoured smile; "but here comes your meal, and I will give it my blessing." Agincourt The Works of G. P. R. James, Volume XX 2012-04-25T02:01:07.457Z The inhabitants were a hardy and determined race, frank and good-humoured, and possessing from various points in their position a great degree of simplicity in manners and character, mingled with much religious fervour. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Mrs. Balfame, with a good-humoured laugh, turned to leave the kitchen. Mrs. Balfame A Novel 2012-04-15T02:00:04.827Z Edward endeavoured to rally his spirits; and on Sir Henry and Frederick's joining him, to chide his long desertion, with forced cheerfulness, answered their good-humoured reproaches, and prepared to attend them to the drawing-room. The Mysterious Wanderer, Vol. III A Novel in Three Volumes 2012-04-13T02:00:20.243Z Manners is extremely good-humoured, and will forget it at once, I am sure. The Gipsy (Vols I & II) A Tale 2012-04-06T02:00:27.227Z Up jumped Nanni, rubbing her eyes, but looking nevertheless very awake and good-humoured. Christmas Tree Land 2012-04-06T02:00:25.787Z The Kamchatdales are a good-humoured, harmless, and semi-civilised race, and the Russian officials and settlers at the few little towns would gladly welcome the traveller. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 2012-04-03T02:00:38.807Z They are a good-humoured people, and not greedier than the average of natives; they are very generally honest. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 3 2012-04-03T02:00:31.900Z Its extraordinary note, and insane and yet good-humoured prolonged and loud cachinnation is unique, and so is the appearance of the bird. Australian Pictures Drawn with Pen and Pencil 2012-04-02T02:00:28.873Z However, his countenance had a good-humoured expression, which made up for much; neither was it of that vulgar ugliness which robes and ermine but serve to render more low and unprepossessing. The Gipsy (Vols I & II) A Tale 2012-04-06T02:00:27.227Z His face looked quite pleased and good-humoured, and yet they saw he was not at all inclined to laugh at them. Christmas Tree Land 2012-04-06T02:00:25.787Z Patriotic P. What I like about occasions like this, is the spectacle of a thoroughly good-humoured, well-behaved British crowd—you don't see that on the Continent, y'know! Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 93, Nov. 11, 1887 2012-04-02T02:00:24.930Z We may hope and trust, therefore, that all this scoffing was of a good-humoured character. Curiosities of Puritan Nomenclature 2012-03-29T02:00:13.900Z Sam was a lame man, with a good-humoured, merry face, fond of a bit of fun, and always willing for a rubber. The Portsmouth Road and Its Tributaries To-Day and in Days of Old 2012-03-25T02:00:04.800Z "Hulloa!" cried a voice, as the latch of the door was lifted, and a stout strong-looking man entered with a good-humoured, cheerful face. It May Be True, Vol. II (of III) 2012-03-20T02:00:12.527Z The constantly recurring fête days gave Will many opportunities of indulging his hobby, on which he was the object of much good-humoured banter among his colleagues. Swift and Sure 2012-03-16T02:00:24.627Z Then, perhaps," my lord answered, taking out his snuff-box, and tapping it with a good-humoured air, "you will see, sir, that your presence here needs some explanation? Shrewsbury A Romance 2012-03-15T02:00:22.177Z Many of the names in the list I have recorded must have met with the good-humoured raillery of the every-day folk the strangely stigmatized bearer might meet. Curiosities of Puritan Nomenclature 2012-03-29T02:00:13.900Z She was at that period seventy-three years of age; was gay, animated, good-humoured, and danced with tolerable grace with her sister Barbe, seventy-five years of age, and taller than her by two inches. Curiosities of Medical Experience 2012-03-09T03:00:20.410Z There could scarcely be anything dangerous, I thought, in this good-humoured doll’s face; she did not appear to have the daring or character to lead her boyish admirer over the borders of a spooning sentimentality. Mr. Marx's Secret 2012-03-02T03:00:10.327Z Quickly as I looked at him, I only met a good-humoured smile. Laid up in Lavender 2012-02-28T03:00:28.157Z They helped the crew whenever required; were extremely tractable and good-humoured, even taking pains to walk properly, and get over the crouching posture of their countrymen. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z Why so sad, mademoiselle," he asked, "when she"--with a good-humoured nod in the direction of the Countess--"who has so much more to fear, trips along gaily? The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z Amongst his oddities you may have observed that he could stand a great deal of real impertinence, he was so good-humoured. The Cloister and the Hearth A Tale of the Middle Ages 2012-02-17T03:00:30.347Z The affair was so good-humoured that the lads did not look on it as serious. My Lords of Strogue, Vol. I (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:34.177Z But the guard had dropped down by this time and fought his way to the head of one of the leaders; and two or three good-humoured fellows seconded his efforts. Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z Outwardly merry and good-humoured, he was by nature coldly fierce, calculating, callous. My Lords of Strogue Vol. III, (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:27.667Z The young man glanced up in anger, and the other smiled with a good-humoured nod. My Lords of Strogue, Vol. II (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:26.817Z His friends were afraid that this outburst of feeling was a relapse into fever; he was quite quiet, however, and seemed happy and good-humoured. Tales From the 'Phantasus', etc. of Ludwig Tieck 2012-02-13T03:00:19.620Z Thus was Terence, in his idle good-humoured way, accustomed to argue when his personal friends gnashed their teeth at the Sassanagh. My Lords of Strogue, Vol. I (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:34.177Z Changed indeed were the times from those a year or two past when their exit had been greeted by sycophantic cheers, or, at worst, by a little good-humoured jesting! Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z Showy damsels were they, with good-humoured, turned-up noses, and light hair; much given to gadding and gossiping, and fonder of dressing themselves than of getting home the dresses of their customers. A Life's Secret A Novel 2012-02-13T03:00:17.060Z Madam Gillin, too, had listened to his story, and her round, good-humoured face was drawn out as she listened to inordinate length. My Lords of Strogue, Vol. II (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:26.817Z Some of the illuminations had already begun and the crowd was dense, but no jostling or roughs, everyone good-humoured and wildly interested in the decorations. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z They were perfectly good-humoured all the time, but acted like complete savages, getting under the flys, tugging at the tent ropes, and trying to pull my blankets off the bed, etc. Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume II (of 2) Including a Summer in the Upper Karun Region and a Visit to the Nestorian Rayahs 2012-02-12T03:00:11.843Z There was some good-humoured pushing and thrusting, the drum beating and the church bells jangling bravely above the hubbub. Chippinge Borough 2012-02-15T03:00:32.210Z She smiled with a good-humoured scorn at his homage to pretence. Second String 2012-02-11T03:03:54.390Z You see, sir, that I am young, and you know that, at my age, good-humoured frolics are not uncommon. The Little Gleaner, Vol. X. A Monthly Magazine for the Young 2012-02-03T03:00:20.453Z The man moved a little, and the moonlight shone full on his face, clearly outlining the large nose and good-humoured mouth, and above, the sleepy grey eyes. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z The journalistic gentleman had not taken this very kindly, and a flavour of malice had crept into his witticisms, where before there had only been good-humoured chaff. Peter Binney A Novel 2012-01-29T03:00:10.423Z That man had been slow of thought, halting of speech, good-humoured, friendly; but a man with whom it was difficult to get at close quarters. The Truants 2012-01-28T03:00:26.257Z A little, portly priest moved forward with a smile of good-humoured pride, and an ecclesiastic of a very different stamp walked at his side. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z He was thirty-eight years old, five feet eleven in height, strongly but not thickly built, and he had a pleasant, good-humoured face which attracted and deceived by its look of frankness. The Four Corners of the World 2012-01-26T03:00:15.920Z At that moment two late-comers entered the room and made their way towards their hostess, who appeared delighted to see them, especially the taller of the two, whose hand she slapped with good-humoured raillery. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z He is a small, diminutive man, not much more than five feet high; his features, however, are pleasing and good-humoured. The Life of George Borrow 2012-01-26T03:00:14.707Z Then the cars moved on a bit, amid the cheers and chaff of a good-humoured crowd. The Brighton Road The Classic Highway to the South 2012-01-24T03:00:26.933Z Pancho Brown was essentially English, a little, portly gentleman with a heavy, good-humoured face. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z There was a little good-humoured laughter, and a man who stood forward turned to the assembly. Delilah of the Snows 2012-01-23T03:00:09.087Z "Oh, I don't mind it; I'm used to it now," said the good-humoured girl, as she went off with a quick step. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 1 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:26.330Z "There is a natural good-humoured energy in his letters just like himself."—From a letter of Dr. R. W. Darwin's to Professor Henslow. Charles Darwin: His Life in an Autobiographical Chapter, and in a Selected Series of His Published Letters 2012-01-22T03:00:19.733Z From the strong face, with its lines of pain, her eyes turned to his companion—a slight, alert man, military in build—and with fair, good-humoured features devoid of any marked personality. Christina 2012-01-16T03:00:06.507Z When I came up first, the men laughed at me a good deal in a good-humoured way, because I wouldn't do as they did. Strange Stories 2012-01-16T03:00:05.067Z In fact, the bluff and usually good-humoured major was more or less a favourite with the miners, who admitted that while it was rough on Ingleby no other course was open to him. Delilah of the Snows 2012-01-23T03:00:09.087Z Plautus writes in the spirit of an 'ingenuus,' in good-humoured sympathy with the mass of the citizens, and with no feeling of bitterness towards the aristocracy, or indeed to any human being whatsoever. The Roman Poets of the Republic 2012-01-15T03:00:14.187Z I heard his good-humoured "Stand over, old lass," from the other shed, and the drum-beats of the first jets of milk on the pail. The White Peacock 2012-01-14T03:00:21.627Z There the poltroon is always a Gipsy, but he is good-humoured and not so malicious as those Gipsies who had endured the hardships of outlawry in the west of Europe. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 1 "Gichtel, Johann" to "Glory" 2012-01-11T03:00:20.463Z There was the hostess herself, with her kindly smile and her friendly good-humoured manner, hardly, if at all, concealing the profound intellectual strength that lay latent in her calm grey eyes. Strange Stories 2012-01-16T03:00:05.067Z Sir Reginald stood up, with an uncomfortable effort, and, smiling, pointed to his slippers in excuse for his limping gait, as he shuffled forth across the carpet to meet her, with a good-humoured shrug. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z "We always get into a mess with these confounded months of thirty-one days!" was the good-humoured reply of the ancient wanderer from Nantes. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume I (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-02T03:00:25.873Z Mrs. Montagu rather confirms this impression: 'I believe Lady Hester Grenville is very good-humoured, which is the principal article in the happiness of the Marriage State. Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections 2012-01-02T03:00:18.893Z Then, with the indignation fading out of a good-humoured face: ‘What next?’ she said. The Woman's Part A Record of Munitions Work 2011-12-31T03:00:15.627Z "Certainly," replied the good-humoured spectre; "I am quite at your service." Strange Stories 2012-01-16T03:00:05.067Z She laughed, a bright clear laugh, scarcely without a touch of good-humoured contempt at the suggestion. A Witch of the Hills, v. 2-2 2011-12-15T03:00:17.253Z Vane accepted it with a smile which meant more than good-humoured indulgence. The Protector 2011-12-14T03:00:17.460Z We trace in these verses Goldoni's perfect clarity of vision regarding his own powers, and his good-humoured indulgence of other people's foibles. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z It is a rough, honest, good-humoured talk to one who “hears and loves.” Thoughts Out of Season (Part II) 2011-12-07T03:00:18.847Z What she saw was a strong-limbed young man, about three or four and twenty, with a good-humoured smile upon his face, as if a drenched coat and muddy nether garments were quite minor discomforts. The Making of William Edwards or The Story of the Bridge of Beauty 2011-12-07T03:00:17.867Z Upon the South African frontier such striking changes of condition are being constantly met with, and are borne by the less fortunate, almost invariably, with a good-humoured, if somewhat reckless, philosophy. From Veldt Camp Fires 2011-12-01T03:00:21.397Z Tom's naturally good-humoured face wore an expression of unwonted gloom, and there was that in his air and general bearing which accorded ill with a time of feasting and making merry. A Master of Deception 2011-11-30T03:00:12.357Z Mediocrity of talent and of character is stamped upon his plays, and self-revealed in his good-humoured Memoirs. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z While she was still nearly blinded she had been pushed hither and thither with half good-humoured horse-play, which was near akin to something else. A Second Coming 2011-11-29T03:00:16.693Z When candles were lit, and at meal-times, the blank caused by the absence of his smiling face and good-humoured observation, was felt by all, from Mrs. Edwards down to William. The Making of William Edwards or The Story of the Bridge of Beauty 2011-12-07T03:00:17.867Z He was singularly ugly, too, but his ugliness was of the clever, good-humoured type. The Seven Cardinal Sins: Envy and Indolence 2011-11-28T03:00:23.427Z But at Allah Made Me Funny’s show in London only a few atheists and a lone Jew identified themselves in response to a good-humoured request from the stage. Islam and comedy: Two mullahs went into a bar? 2011-11-23T20:32:57Z He bore their bad tempers and frivolities with good-humoured contempt, and did not even resent being satirised by Gasparo in a comedy upon the public stage of Venice. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z This old man especially remembered Jewitt, who was a good-humoured fellow, often reciting and singing in his own language for the amusement of the tribesmen. The Adventures of John Jewitt Only Survivor of the Crew of the Ship Boston During a Captivity of Nearly Three Years Among the Indians of Nootka Sound in Vancouver Island 2011-11-15T03:00:19.650Z The fair is then thronged in every part, and everyone submits to a good-humoured jostling. The Story of Seville 2011-11-15T03:00:17.143Z Nobody will grudge to the lively, good-humoured, imperial city the fame of being able to designate as her own a brilliant line of our greatest tone-poets. Beethoven: A Memoir (2nd Ed.) 2011-11-14T03:00:21.027Z If they feel comfortably they will usually be good-humoured and pleasant. The Ladies' Guide to True Politeness and Perfect Manners or, Miss Leslie's Behaviour Book 2011-11-13T03:00:12.183Z He is the good-humoured, honourable, simple-hearted Venetian of the middle class, advanced in years, Polonius-like, with stores of worldly wisdom, strong natural affections, and healthy moral impulses. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z As Mr Cavanagh, left alone, gazed after the retreating car, it was not the good-humoured expression of his countenance which would have struck Miss Arnott most. Miss Arnott's Marriage 2011-11-11T03:00:33Z Late at night Charles, much tired but always good-humoured, entered the Louvre. The Anglo-French Entente in the Seventeenth Century 2011-11-04T02:00:24.773Z The good-humoured Max Franz, however, rather enjoyed the story, and merely ordered the young organist to content himself with a more simple accompaniment for the future. Beethoven: A Memoir (2nd Ed.) 2011-11-14T03:00:21.027Z He was a big fat fellow, with glasses, and a good-humoured face, and to our great joy he began to sing a song in broken English. Leaves in the Wind 2011-10-28T02:00:25.937Z Two minutes ago you were so lively and so good-humoured. The Danes Sketched by Themselves. Vol. III (of 3) A Series of Popular Stories by the Best Danish Authors 2011-10-25T02:00:26.667Z Altogether, and setting aside his throat-cuttings, and a few other peculiarities, Dost Mohammed must be considered as rather a jovial and good-humoured barbarian. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Vol. 60, No. 373, November 1846 2011-10-21T02:00:17.417Z The remembrance of her father came next, sordid, good-humoured, mercenary, and she shuddered. Notwithstanding 2011-10-19T02:00:22.340Z The satire is extraordinarily bitter and yet perfectly good-humoured. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 2 "French Literature" to "Frost, William" 2011-10-14T02:00:26.280Z “No fear of that, father,” retorted the boy with a good-humoured laugh. The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa 2011-10-10T02:00:22.657Z They killed three reindeer that day and the King became still more good-humoured, he did not speak more, but he smiled, winked his eyes, raised his head, and his face beamed with satisfaction. Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z Fat, hearty, always gay and good-humoured, he was a viveur; a heart good enough, but terribly dissipated. The Jew 2011-10-06T02:00:34.840Z "I hope he'll find him," said the burly digger, and went off with a dry smile and a good-humoured nod. Denis Dent A Novel 2011-10-04T02:00:16.973Z But he was smiling; and his question sounded good-humoured. The Later Life 2011-10-02T02:00:13.037Z My troops are good-humoured and in excellent spirits. Napoleon's Letters to Josephine 2011-09-23T02:00:21.947Z She is not half as handsome as Jane, nor as good-humoured as Lydia. Pride and Predjudice, a play 2011-09-17T02:00:30.190Z The behaviour of that young person was open, pleasing, good-humoured and unaffected. The Wanderer (Volume 1 of 5) or, Female Difficulties 2011-09-17T02:00:27.667Z Claude laughed; he was absurdly good-humoured under hostile criticism, a quality of which some of his literary friends were apt to take advantage. My Lord Duke 2011-09-09T02:01:11.940Z The author's comments on the day-to-day happenings are distinguished by a tone that is at once manly, reflective, and good-humoured. Caught by the Turks 2011-09-09T02:01:01.073Z I was idly sauntering along the only street in Simon’s Town one fine day in June, when I met my little, fat, good-humoured friend, Paymaster Pumpkin. Aileen Aroon, A Memoir With other Tales of Faithful Friends and Favourites 2011-09-08T02:00:20.773Z Just what a young man ought to be; sensible and good-humoured, lively ... such happy manners! Pride and Predjudice, a play 2011-09-17T02:00:30.190Z Miss Melissa might have seen five-and-thirty summers or thereabout, and verged on the autumnal, Miss Sophy was a fresh, good-humoured, buxom girl of twenty; and Miss Jane numbered scarcely sixteen years. Dickens As an Educator 2011-09-02T02:00:22.320Z On his side, he had never felt restraint, and of course rapidly became familiar with us and our ways, and seemed thoroughly to enjoy the chaff and his initiation into the system of good-humoured imposture. The Outspan Tales of South Africa 2011-08-31T02:01:41.410Z He approached the bed and seated himself on the side of it and stared at his wife with a perturbed expression on his usually good-humoured face. The Bigamist 2011-08-31T02:01:34.797Z So far as the laughter is concerned, it must be admitted that it is good-humoured. Res Judicat? Papers and Essays 2011-08-24T02:00:18.157Z "A stout, well-grown girl of fifteen, with a fine complexion and a good-humoured countenance—a favourite with her mother, whose affection had brought her into public at an early age." Pride and Predjudice, a play 2011-09-17T02:00:30.190Z In Harry's middle distance another more decorous swing-door vibrated to and fro, with a sharp smell of hops, a rattle of glasses, a voice reckless but good-humoured—proposing a like libation. The Long Lane's Turning 2011-08-23T02:00:34Z But there was a good-humoured twinkle in the overgrown boy’s shallow eyes; and, if uncouth, he was kind. Carolyn of the Corners 2011-08-10T02:00:14.997Z With these words, accompanied by a good-humoured smile, the Dominican handed to me a crystal cup, filled with a dark red-coloured and strongly fragrant wine, which, like champagne, foamed and mantled. The Devil's Elixir Vol. II (of 2) 2011-08-09T02:00:28.197Z He was a genial, good-humoured young fellow, and asked Murchison, an artilleryman of ability and undoubted courage, to dine with him. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z “Why, so it is!” he cried, in a sort of good-humoured growl. The Story of Antony Grace 2011-07-27T02:00:35.717Z Rounding the corner, a voice came to him—a ribald, good-humoured voice, inviting some one to "come and have a drink." The Long Lane's Turning 2011-08-23T02:00:34Z "Michael," said the king, in a good-humoured tone, "I am angry with you, and I am going to punish you." King Matthias and the Beggar Boy 2011-07-24T02:00:11.047Z Only one face accords ill with the quiet scene and its solemn setting; a good-humoured, crafty, smiling, Epicurean countenance with fat cheeks and piercing, sharp, glittering eyes under grey, bushy brows. The Hour Will Come: Volumes I and II A Tale of an Alpine Cloister 2011-07-23T02:00:09.843Z But perhaps he renounced it from the feeling that tragedy as a climax would have jarred on the harmony of a book which is throughout kept to the good-humoured and jesting tone of cultured society. Critical Studies 2011-07-21T02:00:20.463Z Dame Hearty was just as active, bustling, and good-humoured. Tales of the Wonder Club, Volume III 2011-07-16T02:00:13.547Z “How do you know that?” said Chumbley, with a good-humoured twinkle in his eye. One Maid's Mischief 2011-07-15T02:00:22.283Z The men seemed to notice the contrast between the pair, and there was a little good-humoured laughter. By Right of Purchase 2011-07-14T02:00:10.167Z There was much play too in these busy years, but all more or less of the kind which his good-humoured self-irony afterwards very correctly characterised: “‘Play!’ said Thomas Idle. Dickens English Men of Letters 2011-07-13T02:00:19.017Z I am sincerely sorry," he said with good-humoured gallantry, "to observe that your ladyship's nose-leather is still in such bad repair. A Bayard From Bengal Being some account of the Magnificent and Spanking Career of Chunder Bindabun Bhosh,... 2011-07-13T02:00:17.950Z Good night, and"--a good-humoured smile played about his mouth--"do assist M�llner diligently. Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z Mr Harley, to whom this was principally addressed, gently stroked the bridge of his aquiline nose, half closed his eyes, and smiled in a good-humoured way. One Maid's Mischief 2011-07-15T02:00:22.283Z She had a plain, good-humoured, impudent face and dusty hair. Barnaby A Novel 2011-07-12T02:00:39.777Z The Suffolker came aft, good-humoured as was his wont, and smiled pleasantly as he took the wheel from my clammy hands. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z I say, let us be merry in future; and past faults our good-humoured friends will forget and forgive. The Castle of Andalusia A Comic Opera, in Three Acts 2011-07-09T02:00:12.740Z There was something touching in her good-humoured vanity. Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z The castellan alone was exceedingly good-humoured, and strove industriously to animate the conversation. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z “Thanks,” answered the boy, with a good-humoured laugh. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z He never hit anything, and much good-humoured chaff was habitually indulged in at his expense. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z Johanna laughed; the man's coarse admiration was expressed with such good-humoured simplicity that she could not resent it. A Noble Name or D?nninghausen 2011-07-04T02:00:22.783Z He was a burly man with a red, good-humoured, clean-shaven face. The Dover Road Annals of an Ancient Turnpike 2011-07-04T02:00:17.130Z Emily had a very attractive person, was always merry and good-humoured, and possessed many good qualities; but was in the highest degree giddy and fickle. The Student-Life of Germany 2011-07-03T02:00:09.143Z “Right oh!” cried the other, with a good-humoured laugh. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z A good-humoured grin was on his stolid countenance, which looked suggestively warm, and perhaps not too clean, and his beady black eyes sparkled at the prospect of a good feed. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z What a contrast there was between her father's noble, intellectual personality and this good-humoured boor! A Noble Name or D?nninghausen 2011-07-04T02:00:22.783Z His rough good-humoured air of authority is sufficient to keep the Friar and the Somnour within bounds. Chaucer and His Times 2011-06-30T02:00:26.883Z He proceeds to compare this good-humoured facility with the scanty amount of encouragement given to theatricals in Prussia, with which he appears as moderately satisfied as with various other matters in the Fatherland. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 372, October 1846 2011-06-29T02:00:23.750Z The other passengers had treated her statement with good-humoured ridicule; the captain himself would hardly be persuaded to put back—and what if he had not? The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z God will bless you for your kindness to me, and—” “There, there, you are not well enough to talk,” interrupted Annie, with good-humoured brusqueness, as she hurried away to prepare for her errand. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z Joan flushed slightly, smiled brightly in response, and tossed her head with a spirited suggestion of good-humoured tolerance. Joan Thursday 2011-06-25T02:00:19.897Z They generally possess strong powers of observation and analysis, large and sound information, genuine dignity of conduct, and above all, a good-humoured kindliness, that is more winning for the pains they take to conceal it. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z The good-humoured and clever critic is proof against such trifles. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 372, October 1846 2011-06-29T02:00:23.750Z His face was broad, jolly, and good-humoured, with a bottle-shaped nose, fleshy lips, and light grey eyes, glistening with cunning and roguery. Auriol or, The Elixir of Life 2011-06-24T02:00:23.867Z In his place sat a stout man of middle-age with a sanguine countenance of Semitic type, shrewd and hard but good-humoured. Linda Lee, Incorporated A Novel 2011-06-19T02:00:18.633Z She thought the star charming; good-humoured, good-looking, well-mannered, slight and graceful, he had all the assurance of a Charlie Quard and none of his vain swagger. Joan Thursday 2011-06-25T02:00:19.897Z Before any one could speak, he went on with his candid and good-humoured grouse. The Disturbing Charm 2011-06-17T02:00:21.077Z I think she must find the world a very good-humoured place, for nobody could be cross when they look at her! The Palace in the Garden 2011-06-17T02:00:20.540Z In this congenial atmosphere Punch germinated, and in July, 1841, that shrewd observer and good-humoured satirist appeared. The Pictorial Press Its Origin and Progress 2011-06-15T02:00:20.920Z Really," said the detective with good-humoured contempt, "she thought she saw a ghost. The Mandarin's Fan 2011-06-09T02:00:17.540Z A singular look, quite unlike the habitual placid, good-humoured expression of the man, crossed Gabriel's face as he quietly reached out and took the paper from Olly's hand. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z Not quite in the best of good taste, perhaps; but the roar of laughter was good to hear, and the hostess joined in with a good-humoured, "Gwan wid ye, y' heathen." From Chart House to Bush Hut Being the Record of a Sailor's 7 Years in the Queensland Bush 2011-06-08T02:00:16.290Z "Aye," said another; "and he finds that we who are good-humoured and good-natured to one another, do better even than he who is so quick and so clever." The Little Dog Trusty; The Orange Man; and the Cherry Orchard; Being the Tenth Part of Early Lessons (1801) 2011-05-23T02:00:09.630Z Jane opened, and a rosy, good-humoured looking man entered the parlour. Rachel Gray 2011-05-20T02:00:39.547Z As he was a good-humoured little man, with plenty of small talk and a fund of out-of-the-way information, he soon became immensely popular. The Mandarin's Fan 2011-06-09T02:00:17.540Z Here, falling into his old apologetic manner, he asked permission to smoke a pipe, which was at once granted by his good-humoured guard, and then threw himself at full length upon the bed. Gabriel Conroy 2011-06-08T02:00:19.217Z Presently another bird says "Gitterwoork!" in a tone of good-humoured reproach; don't know what his proper name is. From Chart House to Bush Hut Being the Record of a Sailor's 7 Years in the Queensland Bush 2011-06-08T02:00:16.290Z She looked so good-humoured, as she smiled and nodded at him, that he could not be sullen any longer. The Little Dog Trusty; The Orange Man; and the Cherry Orchard; Being the Tenth Part of Early Lessons (1801) 2011-05-23T02:00:09.630Z To her surprise, Madame Rose remained very good-humoured. Rachel Gray 2011-05-20T02:00:39.547Z I looked at him and stood still; his brow was pale and contracted; his brown eyes, so pleasant and good-humoured, burned with a lurid light; his lips were white and thin, and quivered slightly. Daisy Burns (Volume 1) 2011-05-20T02:00:34.097Z I wondered at the repressed vehemence of his tone—at the defiance of his look—at the mingled trouble and scorn which I read in his countenance, usually so pleasant and good-humoured. Daisy Burns (Volume 2) 2011-05-20T02:00:30.427Z Now, the widow Preston was so obliging, active, and good-humoured, that every one who came to see her was pleased. The Parent's Assistant Stories for Children 2011-05-18T02:00:12.733Z "Before we offer to help him, let us try whether he is now inclined to be good-humoured, and good-natured." The Little Dog Trusty; The Orange Man; and the Cherry Orchard; Being the Tenth Part of Early Lessons (1801) 2011-05-23T02:00:09.630Z Cynical this youth must always be, but the cynicism was more good-humoured and less ill-natured than formerly, and not abhorrent in the man as it had been in the boy. Peccavi 2011-05-17T02:00:22.620Z This was perhaps good-humoured forbearance, but I took it as a proof of carelessness and indifference, which strengthened me in my jealous resentment, more felt, however, than expressed. Daisy Burns (Volume 1) 2011-05-20T02:00:34.097Z Mistress Miniver's good-humoured face beamed with delight from sunrise to sunset, and the joyousness of her looks was reflected in the countenances of her neighbours. Trevethlan (Vol 3 of 3) A Cornish Story. 2011-05-17T02:00:19.780Z At length he rose, good-humoured and gay; as he had been throughout the interview. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z "Yes, it is fair," said Cymon; "for I have undone only an inch; and I will do as many inches for Owen as he pleases, now that I see he is good-humoured." The Little Dog Trusty; The Orange Man; and the Cherry Orchard; Being the Tenth Part of Early Lessons (1801) 2011-05-23T02:00:09.630Z He smiled, a good-humoured, triumphant smile, and was gone. Love and hatred 2011-05-13T02:00:08.103Z It was as decided, but more calm; as kind, but scarcely as good-humoured. Daisy Burns (Volume 1) 2011-05-20T02:00:34.097Z And then the very contrasts of disposition which at first appeared to preclude sympathy, will really promote it, by furnishing opportunities for good-humoured mirth, instead of objects for silent peevishness. Trevethlan (Vol 3 of 3) A Cornish Story. 2011-05-17T02:00:19.780Z Ford was standing there out of breath, his good-humoured face red with the exertion of running. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z The villagers saw the old friendly good-humoured British Army back in France, and could not be official. The King's Pilgrimage 2011-05-11T02:00:18.833Z They both smiled—he a little drily, she with a kind of good-humoured contempt. Love and hatred 2011-05-13T02:00:08.103Z His good-humoured forbearance began to make me feel penitent, when again Sarah interfered with an unlucky "For shame, Miss!" Daisy Burns (Volume 1) 2011-05-20T02:00:34.097Z Presently he turned his gaze upon Jeannette, and a good-humoured grin spread over his features, developing into a broad smile, as he ventured to break the silence. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z "Something more substantial, I assure you," said the good-humoured maiden, in a very positive manner. Captain Kyd (Vol 1 of 2) or, The Wizard of the Sea 2011-05-06T02:00:10.447Z Professor Kürtchen was helped by a yet younger assistant teacher with a doctor's degree—a good-humoured, energetic man, bumptious but enthusiastic, who influenced Klaus Heinrich's views and conscience perhaps more than was good for him. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z He was speaking now with a sort of gruff, good-humoured decision, and Laura sighed, relieved, and yet—so unreasonable a being is woman—unsatisfied. Love and hatred 2011-05-13T02:00:08.103Z It was so sparkling, good-humoured and novel that even the audience for whom he had constructed the story forgave him for putting a brake upon its speed with this quite separate verbal entertainment. Oscar Wilde A Critical Study 2011-05-04T02:00:14.580Z Moral defects are, however, more apt to occur in dwarfism than in giantism, in which last condition mental defect is apt to occur, varying from a simple good-humoured stupidity to feeble-mindedness. Degeneracy Its Causes, Signs and Results 2011-05-02T02:00:17.657Z "You must keep a look-out, lad, how you run aboard a king's yacht, or you will stand a chance of getting a shot in your locker!" said a gruff, yet good-humoured voice. Captain Kyd (Vol 1 of 2) or, The Wizard of the Sea 2011-05-06T02:00:10.447Z He is described as a man of medium stature, broad-chested, and of pallid but good-humoured countenance, and possessed of a keen and searching glance. The Lure of the Camera 2011-04-27T02:00:25.413Z Pleasant dreams and sweet repose;' but Olive still lingered, regardless of Roy's good-humoured attempts to save an additional scolding. Heriot's Choice A Tale 2011-04-20T02:00:22.760Z The tolerably general opinion appeared to prevail that one or other of us was to be killed; and much good-humoured joking took place among them while they were deciding which. Humours of Irish Life 2011-04-19T02:00:16.057Z "He looks wonderfully good-humoured," said Madame de la Beaume, "and doth not wear at all his usual Thursday's scowl." Petticoat Rule 2011-04-18T02:00:14.507Z She appears to have been a gentle and good-humoured person, even in her lunacy, and her attendants encouraged her in her delusions. Cuba Past and Present 2011-04-16T02:00:18.193Z Slower than usual that day was the Regulator’s progress through the mud and against the wind, and briefer than usual its driver’s replies to Harry’s good-humoured attempts at conversation. Tales from Blackwood Volume 9 2011-04-15T02:00:18.057Z I hope we have not all neglected you,' interposed Mildred in her soft voice, for she saw that Olive shrank from Dr. Heriot's good-humoured raillery. Heriot's Choice A Tale 2011-04-20T02:00:22.760Z The most outstanding character in this book is the acute, good-humoured "Yankee." Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. I 2011-04-15T02:00:13.527Z Howel," he said, to his lieutenant, in no very good-humoured tones, "have all sail made on this penny whistle; stretch out every rag she's got; make every thread tell. Captain Kyd, Vol. II or, The Wizard of the Sea 2011-04-11T02:00:12.290Z This nurse was willing, capable, and good-humoured; yet there were times when Helen and I wished her elsewhere. I Walked in Arden 2011-04-10T02:00:06.137Z Patrick Saul, a good-humoured looking Irishman, was charged with maliciously throwing a boy into a deep well, with intent to do him some grievous bodily harm. Mornings at Bow Street A Selection of the Most Humorous and Entertaining Reports which Have Appeared in the 'Morning Herald' 2011-04-08T02:00:09.863Z They were, however, nothing of the kind, but excellent friends all the time, and indeed very good-humoured fellows at bottom. The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] 2011-03-27T02:00:17.093Z He did not stand much in awe of his good-humoured parents: he was by no means shy of playing upon them mild practical jokes. Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. I 2011-04-15T02:00:13.527Z Oswald asked with a touch of good-humoured triumph. 'Gloria Victis!' A Romance 2011-03-26T02:00:13.597Z Mine is a good-humoured, rosy little fellow, who desires no better than to see me laugh and be happy. Leonora 2011-03-22T02:00:21.627Z She was essentially what the French call "bonne � vivre," so good-humoured and cheerful, and so indulgent to the faults of others. Story of My Life, volumes 1-3 2011-03-20T02:00:26.607Z He was an elderly man, of about sixty, with nothing remarkable in his appearance or his features, which latter were placid and good-humoured. The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] 2011-03-27T02:00:17.093Z He usually slept for an hour after this meal, and then he would wake up, good-humoured and brisk, and ready for a bout of work. Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. I 2011-04-15T02:00:13.527Z All his good-humoured little preachments upon manners, she listened to with stubborn irritability. 'Gloria Victis!' A Romance 2011-03-26T02:00:13.597Z She shows me round briskly, delivering a good-humoured commentary as she squeezes through piles of old newspapers and a terrifyingly lifelike cardboard model of Princess Diana. Royal wedding: Boom time for Britain's patriotic entrepreneurs 2011-03-20T00:05:08Z Why, certainly," said a good-humoured voice, "only too much honoured. The Daughter Pays 2011-03-19T02:00:09.513Z Here is the cottage eight-day clock, with the good-humoured moon-face, which they had all agreed to have a look of milady peeping over its dial-plate. Doctor Cupid 2011-03-13T03:00:23.987Z With her last partner, a good-humoured, gentlemanly young Austrian diplomatist, she has become so dizzy that in the midst of the dance she has begged to be taken back to Madame Lipinski. Erlach Court 2011-03-12T03:00:24.407Z The gentleman beside her now turned round, his eyes met Oswald's; he smiled, and said with good-humoured sarcasm ... 'Gloria Victis!' A Romance 2011-03-26T02:00:13.597Z No man can ride in good-humour under a sense of guilt, and you must be good-humoured with such a mount as you have under you to-day. Riding Recollections, 5th ed. 2011-03-10T03:00:52.223Z George Vine smiled, and he shook his head at his brother with a good-humoured smile as he let him follow his own bent. The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z Through the glass door of the studio a pair of greenish eyes were gazing at him with an expression of good-humoured raillery. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z "Ah! 'tis Binsky: he has found me," Stella thinks, most unjustly provoked with the good-humoured attach�. Erlach Court 2011-03-12T03:00:24.407Z “You will be wanting more money, you young spendthrift,” was Mr. Trevor’s remark, but made in an easy, good-humoured way. The Haunted Room A Tale 2011-03-10T03:00:46.157Z Near the door a stout man with a good-humoured face flung some clay on to a revolving disc, and even as Anna passed a jar sprang into existence. Anna of the Five Towns 2011-03-08T03:00:38.117Z The people crowded round them, and there was a lot of jostling and pushing in a good-humoured way. Settling Day 2011-03-08T03:00:36.623Z Prince Nimbsch, leaving the management of the sail entirely to his sailors, leaned back beside the old lady among his very new velvet cushions, and made good-humoured, although futile, efforts to entertain her. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z Instead of the frank but thoroughly good-humoured tone in which she was wont to deride the captain's exaggerated outbreaks, she now passes them by in silence. Erlach Court 2011-03-12T03:00:24.407Z Sedley was buttoning his coat and pulling on his gloves, with a wicked smile on his good-humoured face. The Tenants of Malory Volume 1 of 3 2011-03-04T03:01:04.443Z This last was a short, fat, good-humoured person with an enormous double chin and a complexion spoiled by bad rouge. 'O Thou, My Austria!' 2011-03-04T03:01:01.630Z He had the reputation then of being the most good-humoured in the Law Courts and the possessor of the hoarsest voice of any judge. Forty Years of 'Spy' 2011-03-04T03:00:57.237Z With infinite skill she lured his fancy back to the old, careless, good-humoured Bohemian life in Paris. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z He's good-humoured, selfish, of course—I fancy they all are. The Tenants of Malory Volume 2 of 3 2011-03-04T03:00:56.067Z It is very easy to be companionable and good-humoured while all goes pleasantly. The Tenants of Malory Volume 3 of 3 2011-03-04T03:00:53.937Z Waltzes and polkas I did not learn, because we had no one for a partner to practise with me; Frau Schwanzara was too short-breathed, although she was very good-humoured and did her best. 'O Thou, My Austria!' 2011-03-04T03:01:01.630Z There was a very stout and good-humoured lady who was a general favourite in society and especially with young men. Forty Years of 'Spy' 2011-03-04T03:00:57.237Z "All artists are ill-mannered," Countess Lenzdorff maintained, with her good-humoured insolence. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z Having found the eye-glass, she looked steadily through it at Algernon, who bore the scrutiny with a good-humoured smile and a little blush, which became him very well. A Charming Fellow, Volume I (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:28.240Z Algernon walked off with an air of good-humoured resignation, smiling and shrugging his shoulders. A Charming Fellow, Volume III (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:27.467Z Komaritz itself seemed changed when Harry was no longer there to turn everything upside-down with his good-humoured, madcap ways. 'O Thou, My Austria!' 2011-03-04T03:01:01.630Z In the place of the smiling, good-humoured Frenchman, you have the serious, stately Englishman. My Unknown Chum 2011-03-01T03:00:38.307Z The faces of both have a pleasing, good-humoured expression, and not infrequently are even handsome. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z She was a very pleasant type of young Englishwoman—distinctly pretty, fair-skinned, healthy and good-humoured. The Wicked Marquis 2011-02-24T03:01:06.123Z No one watching the play could fail to be amused by the Circus Proprietor's caustic but good-humoured reflections upon the performance of his partner. Mrs. Fitz 2011-02-14T03:00:38.317Z He was immensely beloved by his subordinates,--his servants, his horses, and his dogs; he addressed them all with the German "thou," and treated them all with the same good-humoured familiarity. 'O Thou, My Austria!' 2011-03-04T03:01:01.630Z Ricky, like every other man, dangles his good-looking, good-humoured self in your vicinity. The Streets of Ascalon Episodes in the Unfinished Career of Richard Quarren, Esqre. 2011-02-12T03:00:30.987Z "He is usually kindly and good-humoured with everybody." The Alpine Fay A Romance 2011-02-11T03:00:27.700Z No men are more submissive to their leaders and employers, more capable of enduring hardships, or more good-humoured under privations. Sketches in Canada, and rambles among the red men 2011-02-10T03:00:51.280Z We passed along to Platform No. 5, engaging as we did so the good-humoured interest of the British Public. Mrs. Fitz 2011-02-14T03:00:38.317Z I see him still,--ah, how plainly!--leaning back in his rocking-chair, fair, with a rather haughty but yet kindly smile, his eyes sparkling with good-humoured raillery. 'O Thou, My Austria!' 2011-03-04T03:01:01.630Z His tall muscular figure, ever in buoyant motion; his grey, good-humoured vivacious eye, beaming out from underneath a bushy, light-coloured eyebrow; the cheery ring of his voice, and its animated utterances, were familiar to everyone. Toronto of Old 2011-02-10T03:00:45.907Z To Chester it was the laughter, good-humoured, stupid, scornful, of the British public at ideas, and particularly at ideas which had failed. What Not A Prophetic Comedy 2011-02-09T03:00:50.423Z "Also very true," said the man, with a good-humoured smile, for he felt amused with the boy's earnest manner and novelty of speech. Strive and Thrive or, Stories for the Example and Encouragement of the Young 2011-02-07T03:00:25.547Z Here the speaker bestowed a wink of preternatural subtlety upon a good-humoured looking, middle-aged man who occupied the chair at the head of the table. The Crooked Stick or Pollies's Probation 2011-02-06T03:01:00.547Z He was simply an ordinary man; selfish, good-humoured, eager for any new amusement; a creature of fine moments and detestable habits. Vestigia Vol. I. 2011-02-04T03:00:23.340Z But on discovering the good-humoured way in which its fulminations were received by their object, the Freeman dropped its strictures. Toronto of Old 2011-02-10T03:00:45.907Z The crowd rocked with laughter; and in that laughter, rough, good-humoured, scornful, the Ministry of Brains seemed to dissolve. What Not A Prophetic Comedy 2011-02-09T03:00:50.423Z It seemed as if he was determined to remain good-humoured and pleasant. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z Raoul was gay and good-humoured; a cloud now and then darkened his brow for a moment, but it quickly vanished, and he lavished the tenderest attentions upon his mother. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z Barbara was very fair too,—a pretty girl with a smiling good-humoured face, but not so pretty as her sisters. Abington Abbey A Novel 2011-01-30T03:00:14.557Z Jane returned for the gentlemen to attend the Queen, and Jane and I went a long drive about the park with the Princess Augusta, who was most chatty and good-humoured. Glimpses of King William IV. and Queen Adelaide In Letters of the Late Miss Clitherow, of Boston House, Middlesex. With a Brief Account of Boston House and the Clitherow Family 2011-01-28T03:00:23.733Z From which it may be inferred that these sisters, good-humoured in the main to others, were frequently short-tempered to one another. What Not A Prophetic Comedy 2011-02-09T03:00:50.423Z Perhaps it was that I had nothing better to do; perhaps my sympathy was returning to those strange, good-humoured, musical loungers, so far removed from the New York ideal of life. Ghetto Tragedies 2011-01-27T03:00:46.507Z And he straightway proceeded to make every arrangement for Herwarth's establishment in ease and comfort, being most cordially assisted in his task by the good-humoured innkeeper. Too Rich A Romance 2011-01-19T03:00:22.440Z He certainly is rather awkward, but very good-humoured, and as honest and good a man as ever lived. Quicksands 2011-01-15T03:00:33.213Z Nothing could be more good-humoured and pleasant than they were. Glimpses of King William IV. and Queen Adelaide In Letters of the Late Miss Clitherow, of Boston House, Middlesex. With a Brief Account of Boston House and the Clitherow Family 2011-01-28T03:00:23.733Z She felt herself to be ridiculous in their eyes, with her eternal air of tragedy, her sombre despair in the midst of their gay, good-humoured conventions, that admitted of everything except of weighty, unseasonable gloom. Consequences 2011-01-14T03:00:53.047Z And Paul went off into a fit of good-humoured laughter. Ghetto Tragedies 2011-01-27T03:00:46.507Z On the way to the villa, Uncle Balthasar had told him, after his easy, good-humoured fashion, how Eva had been quite beside herself with terror when she heard of the impending duel. Too Rich A Romance 2011-01-19T03:00:22.440Z You will listen to reason, darling," Wangen replied, in his easy, good-humoured way, "when your present irritation has subsided. Quicksands 2011-01-15T03:00:33.213Z The good-humoured King asks everybody, and it was a crowd! Glimpses of King William IV. and Queen Adelaide In Letters of the Late Miss Clitherow, of Boston House, Middlesex. With a Brief Account of Boston House and the Clitherow Family 2011-01-28T03:00:23.733Z They were quite good-humoured, and did not mean to hurt her. Consequences 2011-01-14T03:00:53.047Z Praed himself never equalled the ease and gaiety of these admirable compositions, and their only defect as satire is that they are too gay and too good-humoured, though certainly not too respectful. Thomas Moore 2011-01-14T03:00:51.040Z He finished his breakfast in silence, replying in monosyllables to Uncle Balthasar's good-humoured inquiries with regard to his expedition of the previous day, and immediately rose and left the balcony. Too Rich A Romance 2011-01-19T03:00:22.440Z But there is no reason to doubt that the sharp, good-humoured Mr Blankfein remains popular with colleagues. Soul-searching at Goldman Sachs: Awaken the giant within 2011-01-13T10:39:10Z We set at her work-table in the evening with the King, Princess Augusta, and the Duke of Dorset, and really the cheerful, good-humoured conversation that goes on is most agreeable. Glimpses of King William IV. and Queen Adelaide In Letters of the Late Miss Clitherow, of Boston House, Middlesex. With a Brief Account of Boston House and the Clitherow Family 2011-01-28T03:00:23.733Z The next day he seemed just as gay, from dawn till dark, as good-humoured in fact, "as one who feels himself fey." The Yellow Rose 2011-01-12T03:00:29.407Z Her pretty, good-humoured face was tanned by the open air. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z I see he is a very good-humoured old man; but when a girl has lived in the first families, it is very difficult for her to become accustomed to low-bred manners. Too Rich A Romance 2011-01-19T03:00:22.440Z A kind of spasm passed over the full, round, good-humoured face; the blue eyes, which he kept rigidly fixed upon his friend, seemed to struggle against rising tears. Quisisana, or Rest at Last 2010-12-29T03:00:30.857Z But for me it was fascinating to see this good-humoured familiarity. Joy of trains 2010-12-25T00:19:27Z A gentle, good-humoured boredom drifted down on all these rocking people. The Hidden Force A Story of Modern Java 2010-12-24T03:00:34.823Z A fine profile," thought Elsa, "although the finest features--the large, good-humoured blue eyes--are not seen at their best so. The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. I. 2010-12-20T17:12:22.067Z He continued to observe the couple with a good-humoured smile, as they stood as if spell-bound in dismay. Too Rich A Romance 2011-01-19T03:00:22.440Z “Do you mean that the whole tribe is turning out to go bird’s-nesting?” asked the white man with good-humoured contempt. Adventures Among the Red Indians Romantic Incidents and Perils Amongst the Indians of North and South America 2010-12-20T17:12:20.420Z He chews, hawks, and spits; but he has a certain good-humoured brag and liveliness about him which invite further acquaintance. Jonathan and His Continent Rambles Through American Society 2010-12-20T17:12:16.420Z And they deserved all his kindness, the gallant lads; resolute under fire and always good-humoured, they were ever ready to fight and feared neither death nor the devil,—no, nor Congreve rockets, for that matter. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z I was standing irresolutely near that which is next the window, when the other opened, and the long whiskers and good-humoured, sensible face of portly Wynne Williams, the town-clerk and attorney of Cardyllion, entered. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z He reciprocated good-humoured old Balthasar's expressions of esteem and good will, but yet he could not help feeling as if the betrothal in some way were not genuine. Too Rich A Romance 2011-01-19T03:00:22.440Z “Oh, stop that din, do,” said the officer with good-humoured impatience. Adventures Among the Red Indians Romantic Incidents and Perils Amongst the Indians of North and South America 2010-12-20T17:12:20.420Z He is the first to admit that their love for diamonds is as absurd as it is costly, but he is good-humoured and says, "Since they like them, why should they not have them?" Jonathan and His Continent Rambles Through American Society 2010-12-20T17:12:16.420Z Clean, neat, and active, the sinewy old chap came rolling in after my father; neck open, eyes bright, and face shining and good-humoured. Christmas Penny Readings Original Sketches for the Season 2010-12-20T17:11:47.497Z His voice was low and sweet; he was animated, good-humoured, and playful; and his features, though singular, and capable of very grim expression, were handsome. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z It was not the questions that unnerved him: he is a charming, good-humoured man, as well as one of Scotland's finest players. Brown finds voice to become a big noise 2010-09-24T13:54:00Z Ripley remained characteristically good-humoured and became an ambassador for the Prostate Cancer Charity. Andy Ripley obituary 2010-06-18T16:21:00Z A good-humoured Milner observes that your arm gets a bit sore holding the strapless mask in place. James Milner looks more and more at home in the England camp 2010-05-20T22:00:00Z In the evening in Paranattahal, Sinhalese soldiers and former Tamil refugees play a good-humoured game of cricket. Struggling on 2010-05-04T07:10:00Z In his most good-humoured manner, therefore, which speedily succeeded this silent paroxysm, he chatted on, now and then almost whispering a sentence or two to me. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z He is strong and good-humoured, and were I to make another expedition of the kind I don't think that I should take any guide in the Oberland in preference to Christian Lauener. The Glaciers of the Alps Being a narrative of excursions and ascents, etc. He dashes on with unflagging spirit and good-humoured satire. Heathen Mythology But there is another very distinct mode of primitive feeling traceable in Theocritus, which dictates the good-humoured, often licentious, banter with which the shepherds encounter one another. The Roman Poets of the Augustan Age: Virgil Tall in her person, handsomely formed, with graceful movements and accomplished manners, she was accounted open-hearted, good-humoured, approaching to simplicity, destitute of all guile and deceit. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 10 He is good-humoured, and has good spirits, and he has some good-nature, quite subordinated to his selfishness. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z She now looked more good-humoured, but still she did not quite remove her hood; though all the other summits, without a trace of cloud to mask their beautiful forms, pointed heavenward. The Glaciers of the Alps Being a narrative of excursions and ascents, etc. "Tuts, lassies, it was a' a piece o' fun," said the good-humoured girl. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 7 "And thus I recovered my just debt, and afforded a source of much good-humoured merriment to the neighbourhood for many days afterwards." Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 5 With all David's civility of manner, however, there was thought to be a spice of the rogue in him; just the smallest thing possible; but it was a sort of good-humoured roguery. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 4 She chooses to have her own way; but then she is so good-humoured! Rachel Ray In such cases a loud request such as, 'Would you mind turning up the light for a minute, please,' accompanied by a good-humoured laugh, usually allays the fears of 'nervy' people. Optical Projection Part 1: Projection of Lantern Slides "Oh! not myself, indeed," said Jack, showing his teeth with a good-humoured grin; "but who in the world would ever have thought of seeing such a thing?" Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry Like every man who is conscious of his strength, the Scot is good-humoured; he rarely loses his temper. Friend Mac Donald The Humes were told to keep it a secret; and the lords who were present had too much regard for their king to expose his good-humoured eccentricities. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 4 They were good-humoured, laughing, ordinary girls,—very much alike, with long brown curls, fresh complexions, large mouths, and thick noses. Rachel Ray Mr. Spivey, the master in charge of the Special, was mild and good-humoured. Sinister Street, vol. 1 Fin gave a short, good-humoured cough, and laughed most heartily, to show her how much he was delighted that she made herself happy in his absence. Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry His gallant rescue of their employer's daughter prepared them to like him, and his honest, good-humoured face disarmed, for the time at least, any feelings of opposition to his entry into their ranks. Terry's Trials and Triumphs But the good-humoured smile of conscious superiority in his profession, that plays upon his features, is the market-gardener’s peculiar fascination. Rambles in an Old City comprising antiquarian, historical, biographical and political associations But Rigden knew his type, and precisely when and in what measure to ignore its good-humoured effrontery. The Shadow of a Man There was none of that good-humoured chaff or horseplay which is supposed to characterise the calling. Pharos, The Egyptian A Romance At length he says, in a very quiet and good-humoured way— "Morrow, Nick!" Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry He whistled the jota of Aragon as he went, and—he quite forgot Ramon, the great good-humoured giant with whom he had jested and at whom he had laughed. The Firebrand Very different with us; our master is easily satisfied, and always gay and good-humoured. The Comedies of Carlo Goldoni edited with an introduction by Helen Zimmern He had not even missed that slight and momentary glimmer of good-humoured malice in the pleasant glance of Barres. The Moonlit Way "The merest touch would——" Rose was good-humoured, but obstinate. The New Gulliver and Other Stories A man from a table in a corner got up and came over to the Crevequers, and sat down beside them, with an aspect of resolution, good-humoured but adamant. The Furnace The lieutenant was already shouldering his way towards the witness-stand, and the old diplomatist noted not only a burning anger in the usually good-humoured boyish face, but a trace of something like consternation. A Traitor's Wooing But the next morning he awoke in a very good-humoured mood indeed, and worked hard all day with his companion, to complete the nest. The Squirrels and other animals Illustrations of the habits and instincts of many of the smaller British quadrupeds We know you to be fair, sometimes generous, always good-humoured. Rambles in Womanland He expressed himself without embarrassment, in a good-humoured, playful tone. The Tremendous Event They became quite popular in the camp, these wild, long-haired men, they were so good-humoured, gentle in manner, and ready to help. The Unveiling of Lhasa Why are Thoreau’s mannerisms greeted with angry frowns, and the mannerisms, say of Borrow, regarded with good-humoured intolerance? The Vagabond in Literature If I spoke of these things to Dowden he would put the question away with good-humoured irony: he seemed to condescend to everybody and everything and was now my sage. Reveries over Childhood and Youth "So I've caught you," shouted Mr. Rogers triumphantly, looking up defiantly at the burly form of Mr. Granger, whose good-humoured blue eyes wore a puzzled expression. Bindle Some Chapters in the Life of Joseph Bindle I am ashamed to say that I had entertained a good-humoured tolerance, mingled with contempt, for country newspapers. Hempfield A Novel His face was slightly flushed, but looked gay and good-humoured. Shadows of Flames A Novel And the brave, good-humoured king would heed them too, in nowise growing angry with their freedoms. The White Plumes of Navarre A Romance of the Wars of Religion He threw a quick, suspicious glance on Gilda and on Diogenes, the latter answered him with one of good-humoured irony, but Gilda—pale and silent—turned her head away. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel A landlord's daughter must always be merry and good-humoured, and anything that occurs in the back parlour of the family, does not extend to the public room. Joseph in the Snow, and The Clockmaker In Three Volumes. Vol. II. The stern wrinkles of his haughty face relaxed, and a bland and good-humoured smile had usurped the place of his former fixed and determined look. Jack Hinton The Guardsman As mere narratives they are charming, and the perpetual presence of an undercurrent of sly, good-humoured, satirical meaning relieves them from all charge of insipidity. A Short History of French Literature They were both bright and good-humoured, and the daughter was very beautiful. Gabriel Tolliver A Story of Reconstruction Diogenes watches it all with those same lazy eyes, and that same good-humoured smile lingering round his lips. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel As fast as I bowed out one couple another entered, amid a fusillade of good-humoured chaff and curtly-expressed injunctions to "be quick about it." Windyridge She had reached about the fifth page of this wild epistle when her door flew open; and Ruth Oliver looked in, with a perturbed look on her good-humoured face. The Youngest Girl in the School His furious denunciation thus makes a curious contrast to the good-humoured malice of the author with whom he is most likely to be compared—Madame de Sévigné. A Short History of French Literature He would, indeed, be as good-humoured under insult as if he had been civilly treated; while I was on the eve of bursting into a rage, and either looking sulky or returning taunt for taunt. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 So he murmured more audible thanks for the proffered hospitality, and put on as good-humoured an air over the matter as he could. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel His good-humoured face puckered with concern as he met the blank stare in the man’s eyes, and he continued to pour forth a stream of slangy reassurements, the while Lessing slowly regained his composure. What a Man Wills And the speaker’s pleasing, good-humoured face took on a dogged, not to say obstinate expression. Harley Greenoak's Charge If it were possible, I had thought I saw just such an expression pass across the King’s face as sometimes dwelt there when he was especially pleased and good-humoured. The King's Assegai A Matabili Story “In that event, still less can it be any business of mine,” was the perfectly good-humoured rejoinder. A Veldt Official A Novel of Circumstance "Will you deign to descend, mejuffrouw," he said with that slight tone of good-humoured mockery in his voice which had the power to irritate her. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel “You shouldn’t judge everybody from your own standpoint, Violet,” is the good-humoured reply. Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt She looked so merry, so good-humoured, so fascinating, there by the cheery firelight, that I felt inclined to deny her nothing. Tales of South Africa And now, when he stirred and opened his eyes, it was to see a burly sailor, a British Jack tar, staring at him with a huge smile on his good-humoured face. With Wolseley to Kumasi A Tale of the First Ashanti War For his eye, familiar with every change of the native countenance, noted that the expression of this man’s face was good-humoured rather than aggressive. 'Tween Snow and Fire A Tale of the Last Kafir War Keep your shirt in,” was the good-humoured rejoinder. In the Whirl of the Rising “Perhaps it is,” was the good-humoured reply; “as you are bent on thinking so.” Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt But the old follower of Umzilikazi stood aloof with a good-humoured, yet pitying, kind of smile. The White Shield But it is given to but few men to be gentle and good-humoured amidst the various torments attendant on pinching poverty. Cottage Economy To Which Is Added The Poor Man's Friend The smiling, good-humoured expression gave way to one of deadly hate, of a ruthless ferocity that was almost appalling to contemplate. 'Tween Snow and Fire A Tale of the Last Kafir War A hoot of good-humoured derision arose from the group. In the Whirl of the Rising The chief hesitated; but the good-humoured looks of Innerkepple melted him, and he held out the right hand of good-fellowship to the old baron, who seized it cordially, and shook it heartily. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume I Historical, Traditionary, and Imaginative Antony watched with interest the scene around him; those about him seemed to be good-humoured, contented travellers on the road of life. Fairfax and His Pride It is remarkable for the graceful and good-humoured expression of the Virgin, and the easy, almost merry, demeanour of her celestial attendants. The Picturesque Antiquities of Spain Described in a series of letters, with illustrations representing Moorish palaces, cathedrals, and other monuments of art, contained in the cities of Burgos, Valladolid, Toledo, and Seville. If the demeanour of his guards had hitherto been good-humoured and friendly, it was so no longer. 'Tween Snow and Fire A Tale of the Last Kafir War When the 1st of October arrived the negroes assembled as usual in Frederiksted, round the rum shops, appearing good-humoured, although noisy, as such a crowd always must be. The West Indies and the Spanish Main He was a stout, thickset, little man, with a round, good-humoured, ruddy countenance, and somewhere about fifty years of age at the period to which our story refers. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume I Historical, Traditionary, and Imaginative "It's not a horse," said he, rather testily—which was surprising, for he was a very good-humoured fellow as a rule, and hardly ever took himself seriously. The Great Keinplatz Experiment and Other Tales of Twilight and the Unseen Her good-humoured young mistress never interrupted her, even in her most prolix moments. The Intriguers I grieve to tell you," added my gallant friend, with more of gravity than I thought he could possibly have thrown into his good-humoured features, "that we are to have war. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 58, No. 359, September 1845 The grave dignity of their faces contrasts remarkably with the broad, good-humoured, but common features of the African. The English in the West Indies or, The Bow of Ulysses Epigrams, Addresses, Elegies, and Odes are also included, along with one or two of his famous poetical Epistles, modelled on those of Horace, and brimming over with genial bonhomie and good-humoured epicureanism. Allan Ramsay Famous Scots Series They were not numerous, for the gardens are not crowded until the afternoon, but they were fair samples of the kindly, good-humoured north-country folk who take their annual holiday at Northam. The Great Keinplatz Experiment and Other Tales of Twilight and the Unseen His Majesty's conversation turned wholly on Prussian and French politics, and the only question about the Princess was—'Is she good-humoured?' Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 353, March 1845 “Well, we shall both know a little more about it directly,” was the good-humoured reply, “for in less than half an hour we shall be at anchor.” The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley The negro peasantry were good-humoured, he said, but not universally honest. The English in the West Indies or, The Bow of Ulysses He had put his head on one side and was gazing at me with that expression of good-humoured mockery which a native knows so well how to assume. A Frontier Mystery There was something in the look of this man, standing there, easy, good-humoured, smiling, which seemed to strike her. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion Near the foot of the bed, on a low, well-cushioned chair, sat another figure, whose easy air of jocularity and good-humoured, sensual countenance presented a strong contrast to the careworn expression of the Prince's face. Gerald Fitzgerald The Chevalier However, he was of strong and athletic build, and with a well-affected, good-humoured bluffness, he was able to push back the foremost aggressors without having recourse to any weapon. The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley "We have our share of rain, indeed," replied the other, with a good-humoured laugh; "but if we have storm, we have shelter." The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago His strong face, terminating in a short, crisp, grizzled beard, was a very pleasant one, and the expression of his eyes good-humoured and genial to a degree. A Frontier Mystery It led to a lot of chaff with regard to the political situation, some of which, albeit good-humoured, was keen enough to have thrown some Englishmen, Frank Wenlock, for instance, into a real fighting rage. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion There was something Herculean about his broad chest and powerful thighs and arms; but his mouth, in spite of the fierce beard, was mild and good-humoured. A Struggle for Rome, v. 1 “That’s just a fact, Wayne,” answered the man referred to, a tall, good-humoured young mechanic, seated next to Gerard, and with whom the latter had already been having some conversation. The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley Moreover, this wood was cut down and brought to the door by some good-humoured countryman of your acquaintance, whereas coal is obtained by miners—bad-tempered, truculent fellows that strike. A Century of English Essays An Anthology Ranging from Caxton to R. L. Stevenson & the Writers of Our Own Time He had a pleasant, open countenance, good-humoured withal, and when he smiled it would be hard to equal his display of magnificent white teeth. A Frontier Mystery “So you could, if you could only see him,” was the perfectly good-humoured reply. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion Finn gave a short, good-humoured cough, and laughed most heartily to show her how much he was delighted that she made herself happy in his absence. The Irish Fairy Book “You must please yourself, of course, Harry,” was the perfectly good-humoured reply. The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley She was a vigorous, well-knit woman of thirty, with an animated good-humoured face and capable limbs. Command There were one or two keen faces of professional buyers which strangely repelled them, but on the whole the crowd was jovial and good-humoured. Loyal to the School Yes, I think you have had some people you would have been better without, if report speaks true,” replied Mrs Wenlock, shaking a finger at the speaker with a good-humoured laugh. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion Take my advice in a few words," he added, with a good-humoured smile; "turn your horse's head the other way, and take a ride with me for a couple of days about W�rtemberg. The Banished A Swabian Historical Tale. In Three Volumes. They dropped back into their easy, good-humoured, half-impudent tone and attitude. The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley "Well, dreamer," said the intended bride with good-humoured reproach, "do you hesitate to drink the health of your Althea?" Specimens of German Romance Vol. I. The Patricians And we get into the habit of good-humoured humility, discounting ourselves and our shipmates beyond recall. Captain Macedoine's Daughter “Where is Adrian De la Rey?” he said, in a tone of good-humoured satire. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion Who does not know—at least by name—the Nisse, the being whose waggeries almost all bear the stamp of good-humoured frolic? Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 377, March 1847 Again a shrewd, good-humoured smile quivered on his son’s firm mouth. McClure's Magazine, Vol. XXXI, No. 4, August 1908 But then, at the same time, Conrad is so good-humoured, and so thoroughly straight-forward and honourable, that one can't be vexed with him. The Serapion Brethren, Vol. I. My friends are not too elderly,” she smiled in the old, good-humoured way, “to be nice to you this winter.” The House of Fulfilment Mrs De la Rey gave both of them a good-humoured scolding. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion Both were very artful and betrayed resources not to be expected from one of his ordinarily careless and good-humoured aspect. Room Number 3 and Other Detective Stories The Chukchi were formerly warlike and vigorously resisted the Russians, but to-day they are the most peaceable of folks, amiable in their manners, affectionate in family life and good-humoured. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 3 "Chitral" to "Cincinnati" He was a handsome, white-haired man, a Tory, a good-humoured companion, and a bon vivant. Old and New London Volume I He was brown and handsome, broad-shouldered and clever, and he had the good-humoured smile and the kindly word where the people are normally taciturn and unsmiling. An Isle in the Water They were lively and talkative, and the Squire laughed at them several times, as good-humoured men do laugh at the prattle of innocent childhood. The Squire's Daughter Being the First Book in the Chronicles of the Clintons Delicate business, this; or were they both deceived and the man just a good-humoured silly? Room Number 3 and Other Detective Stories "How are you to-day?" he said, addressing the steerage passenger with some show of good-humoured interest. Under False Pretences A Novel Mr. Tatler’s satire is, on the whole, good-humoured, and has not grown superannuated in all its limbs. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XXII (of 25) Juvenilia and Other Papers But they are nice, good-humoured lads,—taking after their mother. Lady Anna "Well, you needn't be snappy," Jim said to her, with a good-humoured smile on his placid face when he had asked her for further details of her visit to London. The Squire's Daughter Being the First Book in the Chronicles of the Clintons The tall officer with the good-humoured country-gentleman's face came to the balcony and discussed for a moment the production of literature under difficulties. Aliens Good Heavens!" burst out Percival, with the first departure from his good-humoured tone that Mackay had heard from him: "why do you take the trouble to put that side of the question to me? Under False Pretences A Novel This is still the big, burly, fleshly, handsome-looking Thane; here is still the same face which in the earlier acts could be superficially good-humoured and sometimes royally 184 courteous. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XXII (of 25) Juvenilia and Other Papers I have never met with so thoroughly good-humoured a person. Ellen Middleton—A Tale The delightful simplicity and good-humoured officiousness in the one, are set off by the graceful affectation and courtly pretension in the other. Hazlitt on English Literature An Introduction to the Appreciation of Literature His little eyes had a bleary look of perpetual drunkenness, which obscured the hearty, good-humoured expression really natural to them. Jena or Sedan? Many an intricate negotiation has been contracted through a good-humoured proverb,—many a sarcastic one has silenced an adversary; and sometimes they have been applied on more solemn, and even tragical occasions. Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 “I’ll fetch it,” she said in a good-humoured voice, going to the sink. The Bandbox We were grateful to him for the reckless and good-humoured courage of the untamed Celt. Miss Cayley's Adventures When we met, my Husband asked him how he did with a very good-humoured Air, and told him he perceived he had found good Sport that Morning. An Apology for the Life of Mrs. Shamela Andrews Even the sharp eyes of little Wegstetten could look quite good-humoured on occasion. Jena or Sedan? He was so good-humoured that he played it again, and also the Schottische; and would have stood Gluck over to meet her taste indefinitely, but that voices came outside, and the selection was interrupted. When Ghost Meets Ghost He tried to go on disposing of socialists, agitators, feminists, women's suffragists, educationists and every sort of reformer with a good-humoured contempt. The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman The Pall Mall Gazette: “Here ... we see the sons of the wave in good-humoured spirits, and capital company they are.” The Count's Chauffeur Well, after all things were quiet, we sat down to Breakfast, yet I resolved not to smile once, nor to say one good-natured, or good-humoured Word on any Account. An Apology for the Life of Mrs. Shamela Andrews The president of the court-martial, a fat, good-humoured man of mature years, asked: "Is there anything that you wish to say, Bombardier Vogt?" Jena or Sedan? But although the young wife's good-humoured face showed every sign of rebellion against her arbitrary exclusion from the enjoyment of this mystery, her protest had to stand over. When Ghost Meets Ghost And he found an increasing difficulty in keeping his contempt sufficiently good-humoured. The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman I knew, in a general way, that Johnny had done the grand tour; but the Italian with his gold earrings and his strong, brown, good-humoured peasant face puzzled me completely. Gold A good-humoured one has been preserved of the first interview between Bishop Corbet, when a young man, and our great bard. Calamities and Quarrels of Authors My companion greeted the proposal with a good-humoured smile of intelligence; and, plunging into the wood, I left him with his Mary. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume 2 Historical, Traditional, and Imaginative There was nothing in this good-humoured villager—surely Pomona's self in a cotton print, somewhat older than is usual with that goddess—nothing but what served to banish these nightmares of her lonely recollection. When Ghost Meets Ghost When lo, Sir Tom had taken to telling him schoolboy stories, and sent him to bed with good-humoured kindness, without leaving him the slightest opening either to defend Lucy or take blame upon himself. Sir Tom We had heretofore lived together a good-humoured community. Gold But he bore the quizzing well, and was thoroughly good-humoured as he saw the lord and his daughter sitting on the front seat before him. The Landleaguers He is, however, good-humoured, a good fellow, and personally liked, particularly by Stanley and Graham, who are of his own age, and have both the same taste for sporting and gay occupations. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. III She is very civil and good-humoured to them all; and as long as they keep within the bounds of decency, and do not break out into actual impertinence, she probably will continue so. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. II Mr. Sandbrook had already made up his mind that this dog must belong to him, however; he almost resented, in a good-humoured way, the fact that Finn had not belonged to him before. Finn The Wolfhound Only the good-humoured common-sense of British diplomacy prevented war at the time of the Venezuelan incident; and it may be that the same influence would be strong enough to prevent it again. The Twentieth Century American Being a Comparative Study of the Peoples of the Two Great Anglo-Saxon Nations He was always good-humoured, and seemed always to be happy—except when in public, when he was engaged upon politics. 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